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… prevent an infection from developing in your sinuses. Avoid contact with people who have colds and other upper … sense of smell. Bad breath. What Happens There are two main types of sinusitis: acute (short-term) and chronic … sense of smell. Bad breath. What Happens There are two main types of sinusitis: acute (short-term) and chronic …
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… is an infection caused by a parasite. It's spread by sexual contact ( sexually transmitted infection, or STI ). It's … will be checked for colour, odour, and texture. Several types of tests can be used to diagnose trich. Most use a … will be checked for colour, odour, and texture. Several types of tests can be used to diagnose trich. Most use a …
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… is often all that's needed for this type of blister. Other types of injuries to the skin can cause a blister. They … . They can cause tiny, itchy blisters anywhere on the body. Contact dermatitis . This occurs when skin touches something … is often all that's needed for this type of blister. Other types of injuries to the skin can cause a blister. They …
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… by streptococcal (strep) bacteria. There are many different types of strep bacteria. Some cause more serious illness … air and are breathed in by other people. If you come into contact with strep, it will take 2 to 5 days before symptoms … by streptococcal (strep) bacteria. There are many different types of strep bacteria. Some cause more serious illness …
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… and asking you questions to find out if you have come into contact with the herpes simplex virus. You probably won't … and asking you questions to find out if you have come into contact with the herpes simplex virus. You probably won't …
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… nose or mouth. Vaccination  is still available to close contacts and those at the highest risk of infection. For … from animals to humans, from person to person and through contact with objects used by someone with mpox. Mpox spreads through close, personal, and often skin-to-skin contact, including: Direct contact with sores or blisters of …
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… status, and travel plans but also on who you are in close contact with and what vaccines you had as a child. Talk to … of disease have recently occurred. How you travel and types of activities Certain activities or modes of travel … chickenpox or measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) shot. These types of rashes can last several days and go away without …
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… Shots Common Stinging or Biting Insects or Spiders Common Types of Birthmarks Copperhead Coral Snake Cosmetic Surgery … Oak, or Sumac Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac: Rash From Indirect Contact Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac: Relieving the Itch Poison … Sun Protection to Prevent Sunburn Sunburn Sunburn: Skin Types Surgical Nail Removal for Fungal Nail Infections …
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… even though hearing tests are normal. Repeated and overused types of behaviour, interests, and play. Examples include … child with ASD prefers to play alone and doesn't make eye contact with other people. People with ASD may also have … may include: Behavioural training and management . Many types of treatments have been developed. Most are based on …
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… are plants that can cause a red, itchy rash called allergic contact dermatitis . It is the most common skin problem caused by contact with plants. What causes the rash? The rash is caused by contact with a sticky oil called urushiol (say …